Harbor Freight Tools 4815 User manual

Brand: Harbor Freight Tools

Model: 4815

Type: User manual

This manual is also suitable for

SOLAR PANEL / MONO-CRYSTAL

Model 04815 / 12Watts

Model 91013 / 24Watts

Model 90860 / 50Watts

Model 90717 / 100Watts

INSTALLATION AND

OPERATING INFORMATION

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

Visit our Web site at http://www.harborfreight.com

2004 by Harbor Freight Tools

manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form

without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

For technical questions please call 1-800-444-3353

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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY. Cluttered, damp or wet work areas invite

injuries.

2. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM WORK AREA. Do not allow children to handle

this product.

3. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools and equipment should be stored

in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and equipment and keep out of

reach of children.

4. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR

DRUGS. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or

reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not attempt to use

this product.

5. DRESS SAFELY. Non-skid footwear or safety shoes should be used when working

with this product. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can become caught

in moving parts. Wear a protective hair covering to prevent long hair from becoming

caught in moving parts. If wearing a long-sleeve shirt, roll sleeves up above elbows.

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SAVE THIS MANUAL

You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly

and operating instructions, cleaning, inspection, and maintenance procedures,

parts list, assembly and wiring diagrams. Keep your invoice with this manual.

Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep this manual and

invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.

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6. Always wear ANSI approved splash-resistant safety goggles when working

with tools and equipment. If working around batteries also wear acid resistant

work gloves. Any spilled acid must be washed off immediately.

7. INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS MUST FOLLOW OSHA REQUIREMENTS.

8. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times to prevent

tripping, falling, back injury, etcetera.

9. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing at all times. Use common sense. Do not

use this product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand.

10. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this product, carefully check that it

will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for damaged parts

and any other conditions that may affect the operation of this product. Replace or

repair damaged or worn parts immediately.

11. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES. When servicing, use only identical

replacement parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this product.

Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

12. MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT WITH CARE. Keep this equipment clean and dry for

better and safer performance.

13. MAINTENANCE: For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed

regularly by a qualified technician.

14. USE THE RIGHT PRODUCT FOR THE RIGHT JOB. There are certain applications

for which this product was designed. Do not use small equipment, tools or

attachments to do the work of larger industrial equipment, tools or attachments. Do

not use this product for a purpose for which it was not intended.

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UNPACKING

When unpacking, check to make sure all parts shown on the Parts List (page 9)

are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the

number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.

SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

1. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR USE ONLY WITH 12 OR 24 VOLT/DC

BATTERY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT WITH ANY

OTHER ELECTRICAL SOURCE, AS PRODUCT DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL

INJURY MAY OCCUR.

2. DO NOT CROSS ELECTRICAL POLARITY, AS PRODUCT DAMAGE AND/OR

PERSONAL INJURY MAY OCCUR. THE RED TERMINAL IN THE JUNCTION

BOX IS “POSITIVE”. THE BLACK OR BLUE TERMINAL IS “NEGATIVE”.

3. PRIOR TO CONNECTING THE SOLAR PANEL(S) TO A 12 VOLT/DC BATTERY

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, MAKE SURE YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AS OUTLINED

IN THE 12 VOLT/DC BATTERY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND CHARGE

CONTROLLER MANUFACTURERS’ PRODUCT MANUAL.

4. FOR INCREASED PICKUP OF SOLAR ENERGY, AND TO MINIMIZE THE

COLLECTION OF DEBRIS ON THE SOLAR PANEL(S), IT IS RECOMMENDED

THAT THE SOLAR PANEL(S) BE INSTALLED ON THE MOUNTING SURFACE

AT AN ANGLE. See Figures A and B for details (on page 5.)

5. NOTE: Performance of the Solar Panel(s) may vary depending on site location,

angle of Solar Panel(s) in relation to the arc of the sun, and available sunlight.

6. TO MAINTAIN EFFICIENCY OF THE SOLAR PANEL(S), IT IS RECOMMENDED

TO DISCONNECT THEM FROM THE CHARGE CONTROLLER AT NIGHT.

7. BEFORE EACH USE, INSPECT THE GENERAL CONDITION OF THE SOLAR

PANEL(S). Check for loose or improper mounting of the Solar Panel(s) onto the

mounting surface, loose or damaged cable connections, and any other condition

that may affect the safe operation of the Solar Panel(s). In the event any problems

occur, disconnect the Solar Panel(s) from the charge controller immediately and

have the problem corrected before further use.

Do not use damaged equipment.

8. An appropriate charge controller must be used when charging a battery. If a

charge controller is not used, the battery may be overcharged and leak, causing

damage to the battery, personal injury or property damage. Also, if used without an

appropriate charge controller, the solar panel may cause the battery to discharge

during unlit hours.

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To Mount The Solar Panel At An Angle:

1. NOTE: For increased pickup of solar energy, and to minimize the collection of debris

on the Solar Panel, it is recommended that the Solar Panel be installed on the mount-

ing surface at an angle. (See Figure C, next page.)

2. In order to mount the Solar Panel at an angle, you will need to purchase or fabricate

two

angle brackets

from wood or metal (not provided) as shown in Figure C (on page

6). For best results, it is recommended that the angle brackets be approximately 1”

wide by 1/2” thick and of appropriate height.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE:

All part numbers below refer to the parts shown on the Assembly Diagram

(page 10) of this manual.

WARNING: BEFORE drilling pilot holes for any of the following mounting in-

structions, take care that the location to be drilled in is free from all wires,

cables, utility lines, and any other obstructions.

To Mount The Solar Panel Flat On A Surface:

1. Locate the Solar Panel so that it faces the sun the greater part of the day.

2. Model #04815 and #91013 have four mounting holes located on the back of the

Solar Panel. Models #90860 and #90717 have eight mounting holes on the back

of the Solar panel. To secure the Solar Panel, drill four 1/4” holes, appropriately

spaced, through the mounting surface, and use four screws, lock-washers, and nuts

(not provided). (See Figures A and B.)

1/4” MOUNTING

HOLE

1/4” MOUNTING

HOLE

MOUNTING

SURFACE

NUT

LOCK WASHER

SCREW

(SIDE VIEW)

FIGURE A

(REAR VIEW)

FIGURE B

Hardware Not Included

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To secure the two angle brackets to the mounting surface,

drill two 1/4” holes though

the base of each angle bracket. Then, drill four 1/4” holes, appropriately spaced, through

the mounting surface. Use four screws, lock-washers, and nuts (not provided). (See

Figure C.)

To Connect The Solar Panel To The Charge Controller:

Note: An appropriate charge controller must be used to prevent overcharging,

damage to the battery, and other problems-see warning 8 on page 4 for details.

1. CAUTION: Do not cross electrical polarity, as product damage and/or personal

injury may occur. The Solar Panel junction box contains a terminal strip with two

active positions. The terminal with the RED lead attached is “POSITIVE”. The

terminal with the BLACK or BLUE lead attached is “NEGATIVE”.

WHEN IN

DOUBT, TEST WITH A VOLTMETER.

2. Typical connection instructions. ALWAYS refer to the manual for the charge controller

that you will use for correct procedures.

a. To connect the two leads from

one

Solar Panel to the charge controller (not

provided) to get 12 Volt output, see Figure D on page 7.

b. To connect the two leads from

multiple

Solar Panels to the charge controller to

get 12 Volt output, see Figure E on page 8.

c. To connect the two leads from

two

Solar Panels to the charge controller to get 24

Volt output, see Figure F on page 8.

3. Once the two leads are completely connected to the charge connector, refer to the

“Specifications” section of this manual to determine the

charging time

required

for the specific model of Solar Panel you are using.

SCREW

(NOT PROVIDED)

LOCK WASHER

(NOT PROVIDED)

ANGLE BRACKET

(NOT PROVIDED)

(SIDE VIEW)

FIGURE C

MOUNTING SURFACE

NUT

(NOT PROVIDED)

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TYPICAL SINGLE SOLAR PANEL CONNECTION (12 VOLT):

FIGURE D

Some parts shown are not included-see

Parts List,

page 9.

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TYPICAL MULTIPLE SOLAR PANEL CONNECTION (12 VOLT):

FIGURE E

Some parts shown are not included-

see

Parts List,

page 9.

TYPICAL DUAL SOLAR PANEL CONNECTION (24 VOLT):

FIGURE F

Some parts shown are not included-

see

Parts List,

page 9.

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

1. NOTE: Always disconnect the Solar Panel(s) from the electrical charge controller

before performing any cleaning, inspection, or maintenance upon the unit(s).

2. With the Solar Panel(s) disconnected from the charge controller, periodically clean

the Solar Panel(s) with mild soap and water.

3. Periodically, check all cable connections.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS

DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANU-

FACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY

OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY RE-

PAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY

PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR

EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD

BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE

BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS

OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS

THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT

PARTS THERETO.

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ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM

NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not

available individually as replacement parts.

NOTE: Part 4 -Alligator Clips- are only included with SKU 04815 and are not shown.

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